Lebanon - Beirut

Regional Travel Advice

- Travellers are advised to avoid any travel to certain areas of Lebanon, e.g. Tripoli, and any borders with Syria. Visitors should consult their national travel advisory or those of the agencies listed above before travel.- Arrival: getting through customs and immigration at the airport can be stressful, and we suggest using Tristar Worldwide’s meet-and-greet service to help make the process easier. You will be greeted as you disembark your flight and escorted all the way through customs, to your chauffeur.- Due to security risks, in addition to dangerous driving standards and frequent road closures, travellers are advised to use a reliable chauffeur service when travelling in Lebanon. - Security checkpoints along major and minor roads are common throughout Lebanon, and travellers are advised to carry identification – ideally their passport – with them at all times.

Rates may vary according to hours required and distance travelled. Please contact Tristar for an accurate quote to your requirements. All rates are inclusive of chauffeur gratuity and fuel surcharge. Other transfer rates are available on request. Additional Information - Please note all rates are indicative. For an accurate quote, please contact Tristar on +1 866 686 0373. Surcharges may apply according to time of day, day of the week, local public holidays or special events, please check at time of booking. Indicative rates quoted may vary according to currency fluctuations and do not include waiting time, parking, tolls or telephone charges. All time based journeys will be charged by the hour from the time the vehicle leaves the local office to the time it returns. Further terms and conditions may apply, please see our terms and conditions page below for details.

City Overview

Tristar Worldwide is delighted to welcome Beirut into our Middle East portfolio, making the city one of our numerous locations across the world where we our failsafe chauffeur services. The capital and largest city of Lebanon, Beirut has left behind its war ravaged past and undergone a complete transformation to become a city pulsing with life. Tourism is one of the city’s main industries, and there is a variety of attractions in this city, often hailed as the “Paris of the Middle East”. Visitors to Beirut will find a mix of historical architecture and modern high-rises. Shopping is abundant in the city’s souks and malls, and the city’s plentiful restaurants, bars and clubs make for the lively nightlife that Beirut is well known for.

Audi A6

Hyundai H1

Audi A8

Estimated Travel Time from Airport to City Centre

Travel Time (Normal)

Travel Time (Rush Hour)

Beirut Airport

0h 20m

0h 40m

Travel Advice For Lebanon - Beirut

- Travellers are advised to avoid any travel to certain areas of Lebanon, e.g. Tripoli, and any borders with Syria. Visitors should consult their national travel advisory or those of the agencies listed above before travel.

- Arrival: getting through customs and immigration at the airport can be stressful, and we suggest using Tristar Worldwide’s meet-and-greet service to help make the process easier. You will be greeted as you disembark your flight and escorted all the way through customs, to your chauffeur.

- Due to security risks, in addition to dangerous driving standards and frequent road closures, travellers are advised to use a reliable chauffeur service when travelling in Lebanon.

- Security checkpoints along major and minor roads are common throughout Lebanon, and travellers are advised to carry identification – ideally their passport – with them at all times.

Timezone:

GMT+2

Currency:

Lebanese Pound

Voltage:

110/220V

Languages:

Arabic

Top 5 Business Tips

- Business attire is formal and smart. Clothes and accessories of high quality will create a favourable impression.

- Handshakes upon greeting are the norm in Lebanon’s business culture. Handshakes are strong, and may linger as pleasantries are exchanged.

- Personal contact is a cornerstone of the Lebanese manner of communication. Personal space between counterparts of the same gender is limited. It is important not to shy away from a colleague’s touch.

- The Lebanese are enthusiastic and savvy negotiators. You are advised to make allowances for lengthy bargaining, and avoid being forthright about prices, as this is considered amateurish.

City Overview

Tristar Worldwide is delighted to welcome Beirut into our Middle East portfolio, making the city one of our numerous locations across the world where we our failsafe chauffeur services. The capital and largest city of Lebanon, Beirut has left behind its war ravaged past and undergone a complete transformation to become a city pulsing with life. Tourism is one of the city’s main industries, and there is a variety of attractions in this city, often hailed as the “Paris of the Middle East”. Visitors to Beirut will find a mix of historical architecture and modern high-rises. Shopping is abundant in the city’s souks and malls, and the city’s plentiful restaurants, bars and clubs make for the lively nightlife that Beirut is well known for.